If I have a form asking for one fee, and then get a letter asking for more, is that fair?

Question

I recently applied for my provisional licence, sending, as requested, a £45 check. I have just been sent it back with a letter saying the cost is £50. It doesn't sound like a big difference, but I feel a bit cheated. There is nothing on the form stating that they have the right to change this, and I have looked on the website and cannot find anything on fees.

Answer 1

No its not fair but unfortunately they can do this as any increases in fees is passed by the government.

Answer 2

It's not a question of " 'tis'nt fair", you have to pay the current fee, which is £50.

I qoute from DVLA's own website: "You can apply for your provisional driving licence by completing the D1 application form that is available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches. You will also need to enclose original documentation confirming your identity, a passport style colour photograph and the fee of £50.00. Send your completed application and payment to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AD or you may be able to use the premium checking service."

Answer 3

it cost more sending in your passport etc. but if you goto a post office it will cost £45

Answer 4

The cost of a provisional licence in the UK is £50...possibly the original information you had was out of date...

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/Dri...

btw

Where money is concerned we spell "check" as "cheque" here in the UK not as in "check" as the Americans spell it.

Answer 5

If the fee has gone up since you first got the form they have the right, as its the same as when taxing your car you receive a form through the post and it might say £100 for 6 months tax but i have gone to the post office and that has gone up by 2 or 3 pounds before. I argued that this is not what it stated but was told the DVLA had the right to do it!!! Although i am in agreement this is not right if it states that price that really is what you should pay as you would not go into a shop and buy £2 burgers and get to the till and be expected to buy them for £5!

Answer 6

It definitely says £50 on the DVLA website.

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/Dri...

Perhaps they've increased the prices inbetween you getting the form and sending it off...  I paid £17.50 for mine...